Napoli coach, Massimiliano Allegri, answered journalists' questions during the press conference held the evening before the match against Monza, scheduled for the ninth round of Serie A. In particular, he commented on the form of some players in the Italian squad, including Anguissa, Vergara and Hojlund, highlighting the need to manage their physical availability and make them play to regain optimal condition.
Allegri specified that Anguissa has already been rested since last year and has had few appearances. “The only way to find the condition is to make them play,” he said, stressing that managing players who have been out for long periods requires a good deal of skill and luck. He also hinted at Rrahmani's return to the team, but reiterated that he too has spent months off the field and that rehabilitation requires patience and dedication.
As for Vergara, the coach praised his qualities and said that the midfielder is a "raider" who loves to enter the area. Allegri predicted that Vergara could score 7‑8 goals in a championship, but also highlighted the need to improve his individual tactics and technique to better integrate into the game system. “It has its own characteristics, but it needs to work on many aspects,” he added.
Hojlund's topic aroused particular interest. Allegri acknowledged that the defender has had three important chances in the last few games and that, although he has not scored in eight matches, he is in excellent physical shape. “He is very well, he no longer staggers at 60%,” he declared, adding that his presence is essential to take the team to the end. The coach also mentioned the possibility that Lucca, who had a good pre-season, could receive new playing opportunities, especially if they demonstrate confidence in their qualities.
Finally, Allegri reiterated the importance of trust in football, stating that the team must believe in its abilities to achieve positive results. As the match against Monza approaches, Napoli is preparing to make the most of the resources of the squad, trying to combine physical freshness with tactical competence to face the challenge with determination.